M57 - The Ring Nebula in Lyra
Arguably the best known planetary nebula along with M27.


  • RA: 18:54
  • Dec: 33:02
  • Size: 1.4x1.0'
  • Magnitude: 8.8
  • Distance: 4100 ly
  • Constellation: Lyra
  • Millennium Star Atlas: Vol. III, p. 1153
  • Scope: 12.5" Ritchey-Chretien at f/9
  • Autoguider: unguided
  • Sky conditions: excellent seeing, moderate transparency
  • Film: FLI Dream Machine CCD
  • Exposure: 14x20 seconds L, 5x30 seconds R,G,B
  • Date: 6-23-01

This shot replaces an earlier film version. It has been upscaled to 125% for better presentation.


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